Produced in small quantities, only 40 acres, this red wine is a blend of selected old vines. The expression of Pinot Noir on clay-limestone and Kimmeridgian marl soils reveals a distinctive Sancerre character! A complex and precise nose evoking blueberries and blackberries, which lingers on the palate with powerful, ripe tannins and a woody finish.
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Eye
Deep red color with purple hues
Nose
Complex, aromas of ripe fruit: blueberry, blackberry
Mouth
Powerful, ripe tannins, beautifully harmonious with a woody finish
Serve
At 15°-16°C
Drink before
2025-2029
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with veal blanquette, calf's head with gribiche sauce, lamprey in red wine, a nice cut of red meat, or a cheese such as Cantal.
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rating (2020 guide) 15/20 (2017 vintage) (Very good wine)
3-star rating (High-quality production, serving as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
Daniel Crochet is one of the most talented winemakers in the Loire Valley: he cultivates 10 hectares of vineyards spread between Bué and Sancerre, making the most of the white earth and caillotes soils. From the entry-level wines to the prestigious cuvées, all of his wines demonstrate great consistency. Among the whites, Plante des Prés and Chêne Marchand, located in the best areas of their locality, are among the very best Sauvignons in the region. This is a must for wine lovers.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2025 guide) Mentioned (Successful wine)
About the estate:
Coming from a family of winegrowers, Daniel Crochet is the fourth generation to run the estate and is regularly mentioned in the Guide. At the helm of the family business since 1996, he now manages 10 hectares of vineyards spread between Sancerre and Bué, and has begun the process of converting to organic farming.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rating (2020 guide) 16.5/20 Favorite (2017 vintage)
Rated estate (2026 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing good-quality wines; you won't be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
On the white soil and limestone of the commune of Bué, the discreet Daniel Crochet, François' cousin, has been running this high-quality family estate since 1996. The work here is very serious, with grass-covered vineyards, aging on lees, and careful vinification. The estate is fortunate to benefit from the finest plots in the area, particularly Plante des Prés and Chêne Marchand. We are impressed by the precision and depth of the reds from recent vintages and salute the meticulous work of Daniel Crochet. The whites, aged in enamel vats (and partially in demi-muids for Chêne Marchand), are beautifully crafted, carefully made and well-balanced. 2023 is the first vintage to be certified organic.
Customer rating
4.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Note and opinion by Mr. ROLAND A. Published on 08/28/2021
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Review and opinion by Mr. LUDOVIC B. Published on 06/10/2021
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